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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 04:25 PM
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Not sure if this has been discussed... but guys/gals with 2010 models--- I understand the new pipes are running MUCH hotter than prior years--

How noticeable is it? has anyone upgraded to stage I or II on a 2010?
 
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 06:12 PM
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I just got a 2010 Limited. This is my first Harley, so I have nothing to compare it with. It throws less heat on me than my Valkrie, but more than my Goldwing. I was expecting more heat than what I get. I do try to stay away from sitting at red lights. I live in Phoenix, so heat is an issue for me. I't doesn't take much for the back cyclinder to kick off when it is over 100 degress outside. I haven't figured out if it really helps or not.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 06:14 PM
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I forgot. My Limited has an HD Stage 1 from the dealer, SE pipes, AC, and HD flash.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 07:30 PM
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The hot ones were the previous versions. The 09 & 2010 are a little cooler thanks to the exhaust and the cylinder de-activation.
Make sure you have it turned on to take advantage of hot stop lights.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 07:41 PM
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It has been discussed here before.
My '09 RG throws more heat off the right side than any of my previous HD's.
It's HOT.....DAM HOT!!!!!!
 
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Originally Posted by Audioi
The hot ones were the previous versions. The 09 & 2010 are a little cooler thanks to the exhaust and the cylinder de-activation.
Hate to say it but the 09's are hot. Thanks to the EPA for requiring them to run lean. It does help some that the pipes were re-routed for the 09's. Can't speak for the 10's tho.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 08:28 PM
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Hate to say it but the 09's are hot. Thanks to the EPA for requiring them to run lean. It does help some that the pipes were re-routed for the 09's. Can't speak for the 10's tho.
I think the 20's may be even hotter with the catalyst installed---
 
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Just bought a 2010 Ultra Classic and yes the right side does get quite hot, even for the passenger. My upper right leg gets pretty uncomfortable at stops. It is not a problem while in motion though.
 
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09 FLHT,its still effen hot..not as much as my 06 but the wifey's right foot gets pretty damn hot.Plus this vegas heat aint helpn one bit!!!!
 
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Originally Posted by RodFarmer
I live in Phoenix, so heat is an issue for me. I't doesn't take much for the back cyclinder to kick off when it is over 100 degress outside. I haven't figured out if it really helps or not.
Same thing happened with my '09 commuting on hot days through stop and go city traffic. A custom-mapped PCV and stage 1 air cleaner from Fuel Moto totally solved that problem. Now the motor never gets hot enough for the rear cylinder to shut down. www.fuelmotousa.com
 
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